First Time Entrepreneur Heres How You Can Boost Your Chances of Success

First Time Entrepreneur Heres How You Can Boost Your Chances of Success Starting your own business is incredibly exciting- no longer are you stuck in the rat race, you have your very own venture that actually means something to you. Not only is it satisfying to watch things grow but it’s also rewarding, so many of us dedicate our lives to earning lots of money for the big companies of the world. Starting your own business allows you to break free of this, and puts you in the driving seat. But it’s not all plain sailing, there are some things to consider if you want to maximise your chances of success. Here are a few things to bear in mind when you’re a first time entrepreneur. Gain a business qualification If you know you’ll be setting up a business in the future, getting qualified in a business related subject first is no bad thing. This gives you a broad understanding of business, and can help you to identify pitfalls and mistakes which you’re able to avoid later.

5 Benefits of a Flexible Schedule Job 5 Benefits of a Flexible Schedule Job While the perks of working a job with a flexible or remote schedule are many, it never hurts to be reminded of some of the best possible ways to make the most of your flexible work situation, should you happen to be in one. Here are a few of the best benefits that come from working a flexible schedule job: 1. You can work when you’re at your best. Let’s be honest- not everyone is a morning person. Some people slump after lunch and others really excel when the pressure is on to get something done in the hour before the traditional workday is done. While working a flexible schedule still means you have deadlines to meet, as long as you keep those overarching deadlines in mind, when you complete the actual work is usually up to you. (In other words, night owls, rejoice!) 2. You can discreetly work in your personal needs. People who work in a flexible schedule situation still need to make sure they are taking as much time as possible to get their jobs done well and on time.

Treat Your Resume Like a Fine Work of Art Im on vacation in Egypt this week and I spent the day in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The art here is nothing short of amazing and the condition of the art is such that it is hard to believe that some of these pieces are over 4,000 years old. But the way the art is displayed is sad. Very few of the pieces are properly lit, several of the cases that house the art are dirty and dilapidated, the descriptions of the art are on old yellowing paper, probably typed out on a manual typewriter over 40 years ago, and many important pieces are crammed into a small space like an overcrowded china cabinet. Sometimes resumes suffer from a similar problem. The job seekers accomplishments are awe inspiring, but the presentation of the resume is often drab, boring, or cluttered. Here are some tips for creating a resume that is a fine work of art.Do not use a font smaller than 10-point. Anything smaller is difficult to read. Pick a font that is not extremely ornate; stick with widely-used fonts such as Arial, Arial Narrow and Times New Roman.